Radiation Therapist Grade 3

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Unit: Bendigo Radiation Therapy Services Division: Chief Operating Officer Department: Radiation Therapy At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients. YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE Radiation Therapist Grade 3 – Bendigo Campus Employment Type: Fixed Term, Full-Time (76 hours per fortnight) Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre’s Bendigo campus is the only regional Victorian centre providing radiation therapy services to the Loddon Mallee region. We are seeking a skilled Grade 3 Radiation Therapist to join our team in a dynamic and supportive environment. At Bendigo, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology, including Varian Truebeam Linacs, AlignRT, and Eclipse treatment planning system , and contribute to a diverse patient caseload, including SABR and SRS treatments. Our team values collaboration and innovation, actively involving all members in quality improvement projects and research initiatives , providing a rich environment to support your professional growth. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver radiation therapy treatments using ionising radiation in accordance with the treatment prescription, Peter Mac protocols, and the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia Professional Capabilities and Code of Conduct. Apply high-level technical skills to clinical challenges and provide education and support to colleagues on advanced radiation therapy practices. Support and deputise for the Radiation Therapist in Charge of a department unit. Mentor and guide trainee and qualified Radiation Therapists at Bendigo, supporting their professional development. ________________________________________ Application Requirements A covering letter outlining key skills and relevant experience ________________________________________ Why Work in Bendigo? A strong, supportive community with excellent schools A wide variety of restaurants, shops, cultural precincts, sporting facilities, and tertiary institutions Excellent infrastructure and growing employment opportunities ________________________________________ Incentives 10% rural allowance on top of base salary Financial support to attend one national conference per year Financial support to attend one international conference every three years ________________________________________ Further Information & Contact For more details, click Apply to visit the Peter Mac Careers page and review the full position summary. For confidential discussions, contact: Alan Turner – Radiation Therapy Campus Manager, Bendigo Phone: Applications Close: 11:59PM, Thursday 11th December 2025 ________________________________________________ Position Summary To plan and deliver radiation therapy treatment using ionising radiation in accordance with the treatment prescription and in accordance with all Peter Mac protocols and policies and Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia Professional Capabilities and Code of Conduct. To provide a high level of technical skill to clinical problems, and provide education and support to other members of the team around advanced radiation therapy practices. To support and deputise for the Radiation Therapist in Charge of a single departmental unit. Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 - 2025 Classification or Salary Range Grade 3 Immunisation Category A Key Relationships Internal Radiation Therapists, Radiation Oncologists, Radiation Oncology Medical Physicists Radiation Oncology Nurses Medical Administration staff Allied Health Departments other Peter Mac staff as appropriate External MRPBA affiliated Universities ASMIRT Skills Registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia and holds a current Victorian Radiation Use License Police Check Working with Children Check Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and experience in advanced radiation therapy planning and treatment Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate in a team environment Demonstrated experience in providing supervision and mentoring to others Demonstrated commitment to optimal patient care Demonstrated professional and ethical practice Demonstrated commitment to professional development Demonstrated compliance with safe practice and quality improvement initiatives Demonstrated understanding of departmental and team goals Demonstrated experience with contemporary management practices Demonstrated involved in research and/or department initiatives Certifications, Licences & Registrations Radiation Use Licence Current Working with Children Check (Victoria) AHPRA Registration Key Accountabilities Key Accountabilities Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators Practice radiation therapy according to MRPBA Professional Capabilities for Medical Radiation Practice. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of general and advanced radiation therapy principles and practice. Apply radiation therapy principles to a range of general and advanced techniques in treatment and planning. Apply critical and reflective thinking to resolve complex radiation therapy clinical challenges. Apply understanding of anatomy, physiology and pathology to clinical activities. Apply principles of medical radiation physics and instrumentation. Use patient information management systems appropriately. Assess the patient's capacity to receive care. Formulate, document and implement an effective and tailored patient management plan for complex situations. Recognise when input is required from more senior colleagues, and act to obtain their involvement. Prioritise workload appropriately, and establish realistic timeframes for the completion of work. Adjust planned activities of the work team by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple and changing demands in the work environment. Suggest improvements to workflow and processes that may improve the use of resources and boost productivity. Identify when change is needed, and advocate for effective ways in which appropriate change might be achieved. Key Accountabilities (Contd.) Maintain safety of self and others in the work environment according to Peter Mac policies and procedures. Integrate safety and quality clinical practice guidelines into every day care. Practice according to the ALARA principle at all times. Communication and Collaboration Communicate clearly, sensitively and effectively with patient and their family or carers. Convey knowledge and procedural information in ways that engender trust and confidence and respects patient confidentiality, privacy and dignity. Treat colleagues and patients as equals, and with courtesy, kindness and regard for how they wish to be treated. Collaborate with other health professionals to establish goals that are clear and measurable, and demonstrate shared ownership of these goals. Provide regular, constructive feedback regarding performance against established role expectations. Express thoughts and ideas clearly, directly, honestly and with respect for others and for the work of the team. Engage team members and other relevant health care professionals in the development and implementation of strategies that meet specific patient needs. Engage other health professionals as appropriate and integrate their knowledge and experience to inform clinical decisions. Negotiate skilfully in difficult situations to agree concessions without damaging relationships. Consult with colleagues on the objectives, processes, and outcomes on inter‑professional teamwork and care, and plan and implement strategies to facilitate improved performance. Exhibit a positive self‑image regarding own professional contribution and foster the development of professional self‑esteem in others. Take collective ownership of problems to develop a no‑blame culture. Conduct a thorough handover to ensure patient care is maintained. Review the health and functional status of the patient on a regular basis, and initiate escalation protocol appropriately when required. Evidence Based Practice and Professional Learning Apply critical and reflective thinking to resolve complex clinical challenges. Interpret findings, applying clinical reasoning and reflective processes to identify implications for practice. Identify ongoing professional learning needs and opportunities and implement strategies for achieving them. Evaluate evidence from literature to determine appropriate actions for practice, and participate in research activities as required. Monitor and evaluate progress towards learning/development goals, and identify opportunities for future changes and improvement. Use self‑reflection techniques effectively to enhance care provision and interpersonal relationships within the service. Provide effective supervision to less experienced practitioners and staff as appropriate. Recognise different models of professional support, and move flexibly between them. Participate constructively in professional peer review. Encourage others to take initiative, and motivate them to successfully accomplish work goals. ____________________________________________ For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion. Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing. WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally. Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability. The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which our five sites are located throughout Victoria. We recognise their strength and resilience and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. #J-18808-Ljbffr